FeatureAnimation

Little Red Riding Hood (1954): cast, story & where to watch

1954 · Film · ★ 7.5

Little Red Riding Hood poster

Released in 1954, Little Red Riding Hood is an animation film directed by Nikola Kostelac, running about 13 minutes.

What it’s about. The first color cartoon made in Yugoslavia and the first award-winning cartoon of Yugoslav cinema, with a diploma at the Berlin Film Festival. Writing a review of the Little Red Riding Hood in the Narodni list (April 9, 1955), Nenad Turkalj humorously remarks: “From the material on which Disney would base the entire (episodically stretched) feature film, our artists have made a witty foreplay, which is suitable for both its purposes: as a suggestive storyline for children’s imagination, and as a funny coloured spectacle for adult viewers who will laugh at many jokes.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Little Red Riding Hood has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Little Red Riding Hood page.

If you liked it. Fans of Little Red Riding Hood tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Little Red Riding Hood (1954)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Little Red Riding Hood change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Little Red Riding Hood worth watching?
Little Red Riding Hood holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was Little Red Riding Hood released?
Little Red Riding Hood was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 13 minutes.